Best 11 Indian Taco Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Native American cuisine with our tantalizing Indian taco recipes. These delectable dishes fuse the vibrant flavors of traditional Native American ingredients with the hearty comfort of tacos. Discover an array of recipes, from the classic Navajo taco to the innovative fry bread taco, each bursting with unique flavors and textures. Prepare to be captivated by the smoky notes of seasoned ground beef or chicken, complemented by the freshness of crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and tangy salsa. Indulge in the crispy crunch of fry bread or the soft embrace of a tortilla, all topped with a symphony of flavorful ingredients. Whether you prefer a mild or spicy kick, our recipes cater to every palate, ensuring an unforgettable culinary experience. Unleash your inner chef and embark on this delightful adventure into the world of Indian tacos.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

INDIAN FRY BREAD TACOS



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From Ponca City, Oklahoma, LaDonna Reed writes, "Our son-in-law is half Comanche and half Kiowa, and this recipe is similar to one he uses. I downsized it for two."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup hot water
1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1/3 cup water
Oil for frying
2 tablespoons chopped lettuce
2 tablespoons chopped tomato
2 tablespoons salsa
2 tablespoons sour cream

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt; stir in hot water to form a soft dough. Cover and let stand for 1 hour., In a small skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Keep warm., Divide dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 4-in. circle. , In an electric skillet, heat 1 in. of oil to 350°. Fry bread circles in hot oil for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden; drain on paper towels. Top each with meat mixture, lettuce and tomato. Serve with salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 1361mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

INDIAN TACOS



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I love these tacos. So does all of my family, which is amazing because there is always somebody who doesn't like what I have cooked.Not the case with these tacos. Make sure and be really careful when cooking the fry bread. I always eat it because it is sooooo goooood.

Provided by paula giles

Categories     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 dash Tabasco sauce
1 (16 ounce) can pinto beans
2 cups cheese
shredded lettuce
chopped tomato
2 eggs
1 cup milk
4 cups flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder

Steps:

  • Combine meat, onion, salt, pepper and Tabasco in a skillet; brown.
  • Cover and let simmer while making fry bread.
  • ---------Fry bread (Directions) ----------------.
  • Beat eggs; add milk.
  • Stir in baking powder, flour, salt; mix well.
  • Roll out very thin on a floured board.
  • Cut into desired shapes.
  • Cut a slash in center of each.
  • Fry in oil until brown.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • These are crisp tacos.
  • When fry bread is done, layer with meat, beans, cheese, lettuce and tomatoes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 871.5, Fat 25.4, SaturatedFat 12.7, Cholesterol 169.1, Sodium 1512.1, Carbohydrate 108.6, Fiber 11.2, Sugar 1.6, Protein 49.8

INDIAN TACO



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This recipe is one that I have been making for many years, and my family loves it. Bannock is a fried flatbread that is great with anything, try different toppings and see what you get. Serve with your choice of sides, such as sour cream or guacamole.

Provided by Daduke

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes     Fry Bread Taco Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 cup water, or as needed
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or as needed
1 (15 ounce) can chili
1 tomato, chopped
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • Mix flour, salt, and baking powder together in a bowl. Stir in enough water to make a dough. Divide dough into 4 pieces and form into 6-inch patties.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry patties in batches until puffed and golden, about 5 minutes per side.
  • Place bannocks on serving plates and top with chili, tomato, Cheddar cheese, and lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529.6 calories, Carbohydrate 63.4 g, Cholesterol 47.5 mg, Fat 22.6 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 2839.6 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

AUTHENTIC NAVAJO INDIAN FRY BREAD (TACO BREAD)



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Step by easy step recipe for a Native American all-purpose flat bread dating back to the nineteenth century. Fry bread is considered a food of inter-tribal unity and is made at all Indian pow wows. It has a crispy outside and a chewy inside. Serve with butter & honey, powdered sugar, or cinnamon & sugar. Or add 'taco' ingredients to the top to make an Indian taco bread salad. You can also fill these with anything then fold them up to eat. Or simply serve plain with soup, stew, etc. *EDITED TO ADD: This is an old recipe and I know many of us no longer use so much salt - if that's the case for you then I suggest REDUCING THE SALT BY HALF.

Provided by GeeWhiz

Categories     Breads

Time 55m

Yield 16-18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups oil (for frying)
4 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons baking powder
2 tablespoons salt
2 1/2 cups warm milk (more or less)

Steps:

  • In a heavy large frying pan heat the oil to 365 degrees; Oil is hot enough if a small test piece of dough dropped in the oil begins cooking almost immediately and rises to the top.
  • Mix together dry ingredients in a large bowl; *see note about salt.
  • Gradually add warm milk and mix to make a soft dough.
  • When the dough has pulled together, cover and let sit in a warm place for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Break off a golf ball sized piece of dough and pat it out flat in your hand, no thicker than 1/4 inch.
  • Place 2 or 3 flats at a time into the hot oil and when they begin to bubble flip them over and fry until they're a nice light golden brown.
  • Remove and drain on paper towels then serve hot (keep them covered in a bowl until you're done frying).
  • You can make larger flats; just make sure they're no thicker than 1/4" and fry one at a time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.4, Fat 28.9, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 5.3, Sodium 1095.6, Carbohydrate 26.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.1, Protein 4.5

INDIAN TACOS WITH YEAST FRY BREAD



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My cousins grew up on a reservation in South Dakota, and this is how we always made our fry bread (with yeast).

Provided by BETSY4020

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes     Fry Bread Taco Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1 tablespoon white sugar
¼ cup warm water
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 cup warm water
6 cups vegetable oil for frying
1 pound ground beef
1 large onion, minced
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch chili powder, or to taste
½ pound Cheddar cheese, coarsely shredded
1 head iceberg lettuce, cored and shredded
1 cup finely chopped onion, or as desired
1 cup finely chopped mild green chiles, or as desired

Steps:

  • Mix yeast, sugar, and 1/4 cup warm water in a large mixing bowl and set aside until the yeast mixture forms a creamy foam layer on top, about 5 minutes. Whisk flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and baking powder in a bowl. Stir flour mixture into yeast mixture by thirds, alternating with 1 cup warm water in thirds, and beat to make a firm dough.
  • Cut the dough into 6 pieces and roll each piece into a ball on a floured work surface. Roll out the dough balls into flat round tortillas.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Gently place tortillas, one at a time, into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides, turning once, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
  • Cook and stir ground beef with 1 large minced onion in a skillet over medium heat until the meat is browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes. Drain excess grease and stir in diced tomatoes with their juice, tomato paste, basil, oregano, salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Bring the chili to a boil and reduce heat to low; simmer until thickened, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Place a piece of fry bread onto a plate and ladle a generous portion of chili onto the bread. Transfer Cheddar cheese, lettuce, 1 cup finely chopped onion, and mild green chilies into separate bowls and top each portion with about 1 tablespoon of Cheddar cheese and desired amounts of lettuce, onion, and chilies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470.1 calories, Carbohydrate 38.3 g, Cholesterol 52 mg, Fat 27.9 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 17.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 807.2 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

INDIAN TACOS (AND FRY BREAD)



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I love these for a change from regular tacos or burritos. Top with green chili instead of salsa if desired.

Provided by Karen From Colorado

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 Indian Tacos

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 lb fried hamburger
2 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 large green pepper
1 large onion
1/2 cup cooked rice
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans
3 teaspoons diced mild green chilies
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Tabasco sauce, to taste
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans, heated
shredded cheddar cheese
shredded lettuce
diced tomato
sour cream
guacamole
sliced black olives
salsa
2 cups flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
hot oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Mix the first 10 ingredients in a large sauce pan or skillet.
  • Simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes or until fry bread is done.
  • While this is simmering make fry bread.
  • Fry Bread:.
  • Sift dry ingredients.
  • Lightly stir in milk.
  • Add more flour as necessary to make a dough you can handle.
  • Knead and work the dough on a floured board with floured hands until smooth.
  • Pinch off fist-sized lumps and shape into a flat disk shape.
  • Fry in fat (about 375°) until golden and done on both sides, about 5 minutes.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • Place hot fry bread on a plate.
  • Spread a layer of refried beans.
  • Top with meat sauce and shredded cheese.
  • Add lettuce, tomatoes, salsa, etc. if desired.

OKLAHOMA INDIAN TACOS



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We used to get these at county fairs in Oklahoma when I was growing up! So good! A delicious chili mixture served on top of out-of-this-world fried bread and trimmed with all your favorite taco trimmings, like shredded cheese, lettuce, chopped tomatoes, black olives, and salsa.

Provided by Melanie2008

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes     Fry Bread Taco Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds ground beef
¼ onion, chopped
½ (1.25 ounce) package spicy chili seasoning mix
1 (15 ounce) can ranch-style beans
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 cups self-rising flour
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).
  • Cook and stir ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat with onion until the meat is brown and crumbly, about 10 minutes; drain excess grease. Stir in chili seasoning mix, ranch-style beans, and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the ground beef mixture is thick, about 10 minutes; let simmer while you finish remaining steps.
  • Mix self-rising flour with buttermilk in a bowl (dough will be very sticky). Scoop up about 1/4 cup of dough and gently pat into a 5-inch circle on a well-floured work surface.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a heavy skillet until a deep-frying thermometer placed in the center of the oil, not touching the bottom, reads 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Gently place a dough circles into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides, turning once, about 3 minutes per side. Fry bread will expand in size as it cooks. Drain the fried bread pieces on paper towels and place on baking sheets. Transfer to the oven to keep warm while you finish frying the bread.
  • Top fried bread with ground beef mixture to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 587.8 calories, Carbohydrate 49.4 g, Cholesterol 93.4 mg, Fat 26.1 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 1569.2 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

INDIAN TACO



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound ground chuck or sirloin
Taco seasoning
1 cup refried beans
3 cups flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon powdered milk
1 tablespoon lard or margarine
1 1/2 cups warm water
Vegetable oil
Grated cheese, as an accompaniment
Chopped tomatoes, as an accompaniment
Chopped onions, as an accompaniment
Chopped green chiles, as an accompaniment
Chopped olives, as an accompaniment
Salsa, as an accompaniment
Sour cream, as an accompaniment

Steps:

  • Brown the beef in saute pan over medium-high heat. Add taco seasoning, to taste. Add refried beans. Mix well and set aside.
  • For the Frybread: Mix flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and powdered milk. Add lard or margarine and mix. Add water to make dough soft. Refrigerate until use. Dough will keep several days.
  • In a heavy skillet, heat 3/4-inch of oil to 375 degrees F.
  • Pat or roll out dough into about 6 (1/4 to 3/8-inch thick) rounds. Slide into hot oil. Puncture once or twice. Fry until golden brown. Flip the dough over and fry other side to golden brown. Take out and drain on paper towels.
  • Spoon some meat onto hot bread and top with your choice of the following: cheese, tomatoes, onions, green chiles, olives, salsa, and sour cream.

FAVORITE FRY BREAD TACOS



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A favorite at Aboriginal Pow Wows all summer long.

Provided by Kitchen Kitty

Categories     Fry Bread Tacos

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups lukewarm water
2 cups oil for frying, or as needed
1 pound ground beef
1 (1.25 ounce) package chili seasoning mix
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
2 cups chopped iceberg lettuce
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Whisk flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt together in a large bowl; stir in water just until a fairly sticky dough forms. Set aside to rest while oil preheats.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Divide dough into 6 equal portions. Flatten each portion into a round disc the size of your palm.
  • Fry dough discs, one at a time, in hot oil until browned on one side, about 2 minutes; turn over with tongs and cook until browned on both sides, about 1 minute more. Drain fry bread on paper towels; repeat with remaining dough.
  • Cook and stir ground beef in a skillet over medium heat; stir in chili seasoning and kidney beans and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • Place fry bread on a plate; top each fry bread with a portion of chili mixture, shredded Cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 695.9 calories, Carbohydrate 50.5 g, Cholesterol 102.8 mg, Fat 40.9 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 32.6 g, SaturatedFat 18.6 g, Sodium 1371.1 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

COUNTY FAIR INDIAN TACOS



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We head to the US for the county fair every summer, and this is one of reasons why. The kids tell me that our house smells like the fair when we make these.

Provided by Chef Dee

Categories     Breads

Time 20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 frozen dinner rolls
1 lb ground beef
1 package taco seasoning mix
2 cups chopped lettuce
1 tomatoes, chopped
2 cups shredded cheese

Steps:

  • Place frozen rolls on a greased cookie sheet.
  • Let rise until nearly double.
  • In the meantime, brown the ground beef, drain, add taco mix and 1/4 cup water.
  • Heat about 2" cooking oil in skillet or frying pan.
  • Stretch the dough quite thin, fry until golden brown, turning once.
  • Drain on paper towel.
  • Top each taco with seasoned meat mixture, layer with lettuce, tomatoes and cheese.
  • You may garnish with black olives, taco sauce and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.9, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 41.2, Sodium 670, Carbohydrate 46.9, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 5.1, Protein 20.2

EASY INDIAN TACOS



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My husband's aunt owns a restaurant in South Sioux City Nebraska and this is how she prepares her's.

Provided by hrlyhny

Categories     Breads

Time 2h10m

Yield 5 tacos

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 loaf frozen bread dough
1 lb hamburger
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can pinto beans
1 package taco seasoning

Steps:

  • Thaw bread dough until workable.
  • Combine hamburger, taco seasoning and pinto beans and cook until meat is done.
  • Remove meat and beans from heat and let cool.
  • Shape bread dough into the shape of a silver dollar pancake (maybe a little bigger depending on your appetite and frying pan).
  • Place dough in fryer and cook on each side until golden brown (not all parts of the dough will get brown).
  • Remove bread from grease and place on paper towel.
  • Top bread with taco meat and beans, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, olives, guacamole, hot sauces whatever you like.

Tips:

  • Choose the right tortillas: Corn tortillas are the traditional choice for Indian tacos, but you can also use flour tortillas if you prefer. If you're using corn tortillas, be sure to heat them up before serving so that they're soft and pliable.
  • Make sure your toppings are fresh: The toppings are what really make Indian tacos special, so be sure to use fresh ingredients whenever possible. Fresh vegetables, meats, and cheeses will give your tacos the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to Indian tacos, so feel free to experiment with different toppings and flavors. Some popular options include chili, cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and pico de gallo.
  • Serve your tacos with a side of fry bread: Fry bread is a traditional Native American side dish that pairs perfectly with Indian tacos. It's easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients.

Conclusion:

Indian tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They're a great way to use up leftover chili or taco meat, and they can be customized to suit your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Indian tacos a try. You won't be disappointed!

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